1novels Chapter 487 Press Conference and Fan Meeting
Chapter 487 Press Conference and Fan Meeting
The second person called was a boy wearing black-rimmed glasses and a T-shirt with a poster of "Interstellar" printed on it.
After taking the microphone, he didn't look at Fan Binbin, but spoke directly to Fu Yibai.
"Director Fu, I am a sophomore majoring in directing at Beijing Film Academy."
I've analyzed every single one of your movies, and I've filled a thick notebook with notes.
My question is, for us students who are still in school, what do you think is the most important thing to hone?
Is there any specific method?
Fu Yibai stood up, walked to the front of the stage, and stood side by side with Fan Binbin.
"Take more photos, write more, and observe more."
The laughter from the audience carried a hint of disappointment; clearly, the answer was too simplistic.
Fu Yibai continued speaking.
"Take more shots - you can shoot with your phone, no need to wait for a budget or equipment, shoot, edit, watch, and shoot again."
Write more – put every thought of yours into words, even if it’s just a scene description, a dialogue, or a short biography of a character.
You'll only know what you want to express if you write it down.
Observe more – not just movies, but also novels, plays, social news, and how people walk and argue on the street.
Everything can be used as material.
He paused for a moment.
"Another thing is to learn to accept criticism."
Show your work to people who are willing to tell the truth.
When I was at the Beijing Film Academy, I would always take my finished assignments to Professor Zhang for a look.
He never says anything nice; every piece of advice he gives hits where it hurts.
But it was those criticisms that made me realize where I fell short. Only by correcting my shortcomings can I improve.
The boy with black-rimmed glasses nodded vigorously and continued taking notes after sitting down.
The third person called on was a middle-aged female audience member wearing a floral dress.
She stood up a little shyly, and her voice was much more reserved than that of the younger people.
"Director Fu, I'm not a movie fan, I'm here on behalf of my son."
He is a senior in high school this year, and he really loves your movies. He also plans to apply to the directing department of Beijing Film Academy in the future.
He couldn't come to class today, so he insisted that I come and see you in his place.
He asked me to ask you, "What do you think is the most important thing in science fiction movies?"
Fu Yibai looked at the mother and softened his tone.
Tell your son that the most important thing about science fiction movies is not special effects or setting, but emotional resonance.
Aliens, black holes, artificial intelligence—these are just the shell of the story.
The core is always human.
Human fear, human courage, human love.
Good science fiction movies don't show the audience the future world, they show them themselves in that future world.
The mother carefully repeated it to make sure she hadn't made a mistake before sitting down.
As the interactive session drew to a close, staff brought out a three-tiered cake with the message "Congratulations to 'The Woman Who Left' on winning the Venice Double Crown" written on it in chocolate sauce.
Fan Binbin and Fu Yibai cut the cake together, and then stood in front of the backdrop for twenty minutes, taking photos with every fan in line.
The queue stretched from one end of the multi-functional hall all the way to the corner of the corridor.
Staff maintained order, limiting each person's photo session to no more than ten seconds.
Fan Binbin maintained a smile throughout, quietly thanking each fan who approached him.
Fu Yibai stood next to her, and occasionally when someone asked for a private photo, he would nod and cooperate.
After the press conference, Fu Yibai and Fan Binbin left through the side door and went directly to the elevator.
Zhang Xinyu was already waiting in the elevator.
"Mr. Fu, the CCTV host for the 'Face to Face' interview is at 2 PM. They've already arrived at the company and are waiting in the lounge on the 26th floor."
"Ms. Fan has a magazine photoshoot at 3:30. The photographer and styling team are already preparing in the dressing room."
The number above the elevator door jumped to the 28th floor.
"Let's go eat first."
Fu Yibai stepped out of the elevator.
"Xinyu, have the cafeteria send two meals to the office."
"It's all arranged."
At 2 p.m., the CCTV program "Face to Face" held its exclusive interview in the multi-functional hall on the 26th floor of the Chenxi Building.
The host is a veteran in-depth interview reporter from CCTV, known for his sharp and direct interviewing style.
Before the interview began, she shook hands with Fu Yibai without exchanging any further pleasantries.
"Director Fu, congratulations on winning the top prizes at all three major European film festivals."
My first question might be a bit pointed.
Some have commented that your films are adept at catering to the aesthetic preferences of international film festivals, representing a precise award strategy.
How do you respond to this statement?
Fu Yibai leaned back on the sofa armrest, his expression unchanged.
"This saying has been around since I won the Berlin Golden Bear in 2003."
Now it's 2011, eight years later.
How many movies have I made in these eight years?
If I had to name a strategy, my strategy would be to shoot what I want to shoot, and then shoot it to the best of my ability.
Whether the judges like it or not is their business.
The host nodded and turned to a page of cue cards.
"You said at the Venice closing ceremony that you would have more freedom to make films after collecting all these awards."
Could you elaborate on what specific freedom you are referring to?
"Freedom means not having to think about awards anymore."
When I was making movies, there would be a little voice in my head whispering to me.
Will the jury approve of this passage? We can turn that little figure off now.
From now on, when making movies, I'll only consider one thing: Is this story worth telling, and how can I tell it in the most impactful way?
"So, what kind of story would you like to tell next?"
"I haven't decided yet, but a science fiction movie is already in the works."
This film will showcase to the world the collective wisdom and patriotism unique to the Chinese people.
The interview lasted for nearly an hour, with topics ranging from personal creations to industry trends, and from the domestic market to international co-productions.
In the latter half of the interview, the host shifted the focus to the industrialization process of Chinese-language films.
Fu Yibai discussed a series of issues, including prop standardization, the special effects industry chain, and the screenwriter training system.
His views were as straightforward as ever.
The industrialization of Chinese-language films is not lacking in money, but in standards, processes, and grassroots technical personnel who can implement those standards.
After the interview, the host stood up and shook hands with him, his expression showing more respect than when he had come in.
"Director Fu, this is the most thorough interview I've done this year."
thank you."
You're too kind.
Just send the finished product to my assistant to review before it airs.
"must."